Leo Almazora

Leo Almazora has been the resident US News Writer for InvestmentNews since February 2024. 

An experienced journalist, he honed his understanding of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, alternative investments, and wealth technology over seven years of conversations with portfolio managers, advisors and other industry experts and insiders over the course of nearly a decade. 

In his spare time, he enjoys running (he's run a full mary once, and is hoping to make it twice), singing, biking, listening to audiobooks, or doing some combination thereof.

Email him at [email protected].

Leo Almazora
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Raymond James welcomes ex-Morgan Stanley advisor
RIA NEWS APR 18, 2024
Raymond James welcomes ex-Morgan Stanley advisor

The California-based advisor caters to clients in the tech and biotechnology spaces.

LPL signs $200M duo from Wells Fargo
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 18, 2024
LPL signs $200M duo from Wells Fargo

Based in Texas, the two are starting their own practice, with one advisor’s father joining the team.

Steward adds $488M with twin acquisitions
RIA NEWS APR 18, 2024
Steward adds $488M with twin acquisitions

The hybrid’s new deals expand its presence in the Virginia and Ohio markets.

What Americans don't know about finance is costing them dearly
RIA NEWS APR 17, 2024
What Americans don't know about finance is costing them dearly

Poll of 2,000 US adults finds financial knowledge gaps lead to thousands of dollars in losses, especially for Gen Z and millennials.

Senators push back against SEC climate rule
REGULATION AND LEGISLATION APR 17, 2024
Senators push back against SEC climate rule

More than 30 senators are supporting a measure that would overturn the regulator’s climate disclosure rule.

Spontaneous DAF contributions ignite more giving
RIA NEWS APR 17, 2024
Spontaneous DAF contributions ignite more giving

Vanguard Charitable research spanning tens of thousands of donor-advised fund accounts reveals the catalytic impact of gifts.

Could retirement fluency cure Americans' financial uncertainty?
RETIREMENT PLANNING APR 17, 2024
Could retirement fluency cure Americans' financial uncertainty?

Research report from TIAA Institute reveals troubling knowledge gaps around Social Security, Medicare, and retirement savings options.

Apella seals deal for $464M advisory team
RIA NEWS APR 17, 2024
Apella seals deal for $464M advisory team

The fast-growing RIA’s addition of the Virginia practice marks its 17th acquisition.

Summit sharpens HNW focus with souped-up alts platform
RIA NEWS APR 17, 2024
Summit sharpens HNW focus with souped-up alts platform

RIA unveils partnerships with leading tech and alts providers to arm advisors with a range of alternative investment options.

Ex-Raymond James advisor makes comeback at LPL
INDEPENDENT BROKER DEALERS APR 17, 2024
Ex-Raymond James advisor makes comeback at LPL

The three-decade veteran in Texas is returning to the broker-dealer giant’s network as he looks to solidify his succession planning.